Interesting sections:

Tasting Notes

The rich taste of Armagnac is filled with tones of vanilla, cedar wood and fruit, which gradually becomes a long intense finish.

Aroma

Very fragrant bouquet of Armagnac disclosed notes of plum, mint, coffee and vanilla.

Gastronomy

Armagnac is great as a digestif, especially when combined with cigars.

Interesting Facts

Very complex and interesting Armagnac "Reference XO" from the Château de Lucky is made ​​from carefully selected spirits aged in French oak barrels Gascon and Limousin for 15 years. Distillates are based on grape varieties Ugni Blanc and Bako, taken in equal proportions. Grapes grown in Ba-Armagnac, near the town Lacquy in the vineyard area of ​​15 hectares, sandy soils that are rich in iron and oceanic sediments (silt). Cellar for aging in the Chateau de Lucky is one of the oldest and best in the region. Their ancient stone floor tiles, strictly controlled humidity and good organization is the best suited for long aging unique Armagnac.

Chateau de Lucky - the family estate, built in 1711 and for more than 300 years in the hands of the same family. Archival documents indicate that in 1711 Baron de Lucky produced cognac spirits, in high demand. In 1777 the castle and the park were rebuilt, and in this form survived. For many years, each generation not only supports the brand "Chateau de Lucky", but also brings something new and progressive in the development of viticulture and the production of magnificent Armagnacs. Today Chateau manages Count Jean-Vianney de Boisseson.

Chateau de Lucky is located in the Ba-Armagnac, in a wooded area on the outskirts of one of the largest forests in Europe. Soil and terrain meet all the needs of the culture of the vine for cognac of the highest quality. Hills with sandy-clay soil covered with dark yellow sand and contain iron oxides and marine sediments. Here are grown grape varieties 4: Bako, Folle Blanche, Colombard and Ugni Blanc, which have different characteristics and allow you to create different and unique Armagnac.